You can apply for an additional rubbish or recycling bin if you live in a household with either:
- 5 or more people living there permanently
- 2 or more children in nappies
- someone who has a medical condition that creates extra waste
There is a charge for this service:
- £45 for an additional rubbish bin
- £55 for an additional recycling bin
If you use our bag and box alternative service, you can request extra rubbish sacks. The charge for additional sacks is £12.50.
If you're in receipt of certain income based benefits you may be able to have an additional bin free of charge. You may be eligible if you receive:
- Income Support
- Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Pension Credit - Guarantee Credit
- Universal Credit
- Housing Benefit
- Council Tax Support
Your application will be assessed by a waste officer who will decide if you can have an extra bin.
If you apply for an additional bin, you are confirming that you meet the criteria. No bin will be delivered if information you provide is not correct.